Tis the season, and whether or not I want to admit it, I am running short on time. Because of that reason I decided to run a re-run (no pun intended)
I don't know about you, but I LOVE home made gifts that show thought AND are useful. I'm sharing one such gift that I made for my sister a few years back. Some of you might remember this. Here is a little back story of why I made this. Because of the profession my sister is in, she has to do a lot of her eating "on the run" ( I'm getting good at these puns), so she is always carrying snack bags with her.
A few Christmases ago I started to look into different types of snack boxes geared towards runners. I couldn't quite find one that I was 100% happy with and didn't want to get something in which I knew she would only enjoy 2 or 3 of the items in the box.
So with that, my own version of the Runner snack box was born.
Here's what I did:
1. Get a big box and wrap the box part and the lid part separately. I believe I used a copy paper box.
2. I use 6 extra large ziplock bags and several small ones. Putting the snacks in ziplock bags makes it easy to grab on the run.
3. I then filled the bags with a variety of running fuels and snacks that I knew she would enjoy.
4. In addition to the snacks, I put a small trinket in each bag. Some of the trinkets included a a chap stick, a race magnet ( actually there were several race magnets), a sweat band, and some other fun items. Each week Lacey would take a new bag of snacks to work with her and she told me it was like Christmas all over again each time she opened a new bag.
5. The last step of course was to put the bags inside the box and put the lid on. I did happen to do a little more decorating to that box then what is seen in the picture.
You could of course theme your box if you wanted, but mine was just a mix of running fuel and fun snacks ( some healthy, some not).
As we get older, we tend to like more practical gifts. Running fuels and healthy snacks aren't always that cheap so I know she appreciates this. I've made my sister a variation of this snack box for the last couple of years and it seems to always be a Holiday Favorite and something I get asked to do again and again.
I've also made Personal Care item gift boxes too.
Do you like practical gifts like consumables? ~M
A few Christmases ago I started to look into different types of snack boxes geared towards runners. I couldn't quite find one that I was 100% happy with and didn't want to get something in which I knew she would only enjoy 2 or 3 of the items in the box.
So with that, my own version of the Runner snack box was born.
Here's what I did:
1. Get a big box and wrap the box part and the lid part separately. I believe I used a copy paper box.
2. I use 6 extra large ziplock bags and several small ones. Putting the snacks in ziplock bags makes it easy to grab on the run.
3. I then filled the bags with a variety of running fuels and snacks that I knew she would enjoy.
4. In addition to the snacks, I put a small trinket in each bag. Some of the trinkets included a a chap stick, a race magnet ( actually there were several race magnets), a sweat band, and some other fun items. Each week Lacey would take a new bag of snacks to work with her and she told me it was like Christmas all over again each time she opened a new bag.
5. The last step of course was to put the bags inside the box and put the lid on. I did happen to do a little more decorating to that box then what is seen in the picture.
You could of course theme your box if you wanted, but mine was just a mix of running fuel and fun snacks ( some healthy, some not).
As we get older, we tend to like more practical gifts. Running fuels and healthy snacks aren't always that cheap so I know she appreciates this. I've made my sister a variation of this snack box for the last couple of years and it seems to always be a Holiday Favorite and something I get asked to do again and again.
I've also made Personal Care item gift boxes too.
Do you like practical gifts like consumables? ~M
Useful, but fun - the best kind of gift! Nut butter packets would be a good addition, too.
ReplyDeleteSuch an excellent idea, Meranda! I wish I'd read it a few days earlier, I have some friends I could've done this for with the right stuff on hand . . . but I'll file this away for next year!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great and fun gift! Anything that thought is put into feels special!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun idea! I know if I made a snack box for me, I'd put in stuff I know I would enjoy. I've been hesitant to try these services since I don't know what will be in it. What if I don't like it?
ReplyDeleteI love this! I make something like this for my brothers and my son. I call it a movie snack bag. they love it!
ReplyDeleteGreat minds think alike - I just posted about runner gift boxes :) I love your ideas!!
ReplyDeleteThis is definitely a very practical gift. I'm with you - as we get older I like to focus on practical, useful gifts. Though it has been fun to shop for my little man and get toys for him this year. :)
ReplyDeleteI do like practical gifts and my hubby fills my stocking with that kind of stuff! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThat is a GREAT idea! I am going to keep this in mind for next year as my shopping is done. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat is an AWESOME idea! I love it. Perfect for runner and traveler friends/family!
ReplyDeleteThis really is great - I want one! ;) Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! It's so nice to get stuff you'd actually use.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! I love that it's customizable for each person you give it to :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a fantastic idea!
ReplyDeleteI love practical useful gifts. Especially ones that has thought behind it like this. So smart!
I remember when you did this a few years back! Awesome gift idea!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea! Practical gifts for runners are the best:)
ReplyDeleteThat's super cute. I should make this for my running friends since I don't have a sister!
ReplyDeleteWow this is a great idea! And unlike most super creative ideas, this is one I might actually be able to do! I would love it if someone made this for me. I think I'll have to keep that in mind and make one some day. Thanks for sharing this great homemade gift!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I also love personalized gifts (like you mentioned) that reflect a lot of thought the giver put into it.
ReplyDeleteI love this! This would be so meaningful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I love that you packaged all the snacks in separate bags and included a fun trinket in each. Very creative and easy to customize for every person on your list!
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